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Laryngitis

Symptoms: Recent or current upper respiratory infection Hoarseness Fever Swollen lymph nodes or glands in the neck Signs and tests: Physical examination is usually all that is needed to find out if hoarseness is caused by a respiratory tract infection. Patients, especially smokers, with lasting hoarseness will need to see an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor) for tests of the throat and upper airway.

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